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Video. Germany seeks to quash Gaza genocide case at top UN court

Updated: 07/09/2026 - 8:10 GMT+2

The court could either side with Germany and throw out the case completely or rule against Berlin, meaning the case would then be considered "on the merits" in more detail.

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